| Environmental Life Cycle Techniques for New Weapons Acquisition Systems |
SEP 2004 |
59 pages |
| Authors:
Michael Overcash; NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIV AT RALEIGH
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 | Environmental issues are an integral part of new systems acquisitions, from the simplest product to the more complex systems. This project is a part of the effort to understand the product variables for new systems and the methods for environmental improvement. The first system studied, in this joint US. Swedish project, is a PFHE shell grenade. We have begun by improving the techniques for determining the chemical emissions and energy ... |
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| Lead-Free Initiator Materials for Small Electro-Explosive Devices for Medium Caliber Munitions: Final Report 04 June 2003 |
MAY 2004 |
68 pages |
| Authors:
R. W. Millar; QINETIQ LTD FARNBOROUGH (UNITED KINGDOM)
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| Concerns over the hazard to health of using lead-containing initiatory compounds, both in their manufacture and use, has led to investigations on both sides of the Atlantic to identify suitable compounds, either known or novel and free of lead and other heavy metals, which could be used as replacements. Such compounds, broadly subdivided into those similar to lead azide (i.e. detonants) and those similar to lead styphnate (primary explosives), should ... |
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| Follow-On Reactivity Study of Primary Explosives in Soil |
MAY 97 |
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| Authors:
Robert W. Cortney; James H. Tate; TRW SPACE TECHNOLOGY LABS REDONDO BEACH CA
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 | The reactivity of soils contaminated with primary explosives was studied by evaluating potential test methods, developing compaction techniques, and preparing and testing samples of lead azide mixed with soil and water at various concentrations and compaction levels. Confirmation tests were run with lead styphnate. As a follow on to the previous study in which only a limited number of trials were performed with nitroglycerine (NG) and soil, probit testing was ... |
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| Toxicity Testing of Soil Samples from Joliet Army Ammunition Plant, Illinois |
FEB 94 |
74 pages |
| Authors:
Carlton T. Phillips; Ronald T. Checkai; Nancy A. Chester; Randall S. Wentsel; Michael A. Major; EDGEWOOD RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING CENTER ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| Environmental toxicity testing and soil chemical analyses were performed as part of an ecological risk assessment of the Joliet Army Ammunition Plant (JAAP), Joliet, IL. Test soils were collected from six sites at the plant (a load and pack area, two open burning areas, a lead azide area, a 2,4,6- trinitrotoluene (TNT) manufacturing site, and an evaporation bed). Control soil samples were collected from an adjacent area. Soil toxicity was ... |
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| Effects of Particle Beams on Explosives |
DEC 91 |
25 pages |
| Authors:
J. Sharma; B. C. Beard; NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER SILVER SPRING MD
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| For application of particle beams as weapons, it is essential to know the consequences of beam-explosives interactions. In the present work, explosives have been subjected to particle beams of varied parameters below the level of ignition and the consequent chemical and physical changes have been determined. It has been found that in primary explosives (lead azide and lead styphnate) thermal ignition can be achieved regardless of confinement. However, in the ... |
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| MIL-STD-398 Test of Manual Explosives Transport Vehicle (METV) |
JUL 91 |
33 pages |
| Authors:
A. C. McIntosh; ARMY DEFENSE AMMUNITION CENTER AND SCHOOL SAVANNA IL
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| The U. S. Army Defense Ammunition Center and School (USADACS) was tasked by Lone Star Army Ammunition Plant (LSAAP), Texarkana, TX to provide MIL- STD-398, Military Standard Shields, Operational for Ammunition Operations, Criteria for Design of and Tests for Acceptance, instrumentation services for measuring blast overpressure and thermal flux produced by detonating 22.5 ounces of lead azide in the Manual Explosives Transport Vehicle (METV). The METV is used to transport ... |
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| MIIL-STD-398 Test Of Prototype Explosive Containment Device (ECD) for Initiating Explosives Utilized in Detonator Production |
JUL 91 |
28 pages |
| Authors:
A. C. Mclntosh; ARMY DEFENSE AMMUNITION CENTER AND SCHOOL SAVANNA IL
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| The U.S. Army Defense Ammunition Center and School (USADACS) was tasked by Lone Star Army Ammunition Plant (LSAAP), Texarkana, TX to provide MHS'ID-398, Military Standard Shields, Operational for Ammunition Operations, Criteria for Design of and Tests for Acceptance, instrumentation services for measuring blast overpressure and thermal flux of the prototype Explosive Containment Device (ECD) when 1.25 ounces of lead azide is functioned. The 1.25 ounces of lead azide represent the ... |
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| Thermal Initiation of Confined Primary Explosives with a Proton Beam |
22 SEP 89 |
16 pages |
| Authors:
A. Stolovy; J. M. Kidd; NAVAL RESEARCH LAB WASHINGTON DC
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| The thermal initiation characteristics of the primary explosives lead azide and lead styphnate have been studied by heating confined samples with a 200-MeV proton beam. Values were obtained for thermal initiation thresholds, explosion temperatures, and average specific heats. Thresholds and explosion temperatures, and average specific heats. Thresholds and explosion temperatures were found to depend strongly on the beam heating rate. Keywords: Explosives; Proton beam; Thermal initiation. (JHD) |
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| Automated M55 Detonator Production Equipment. Volume 1 |
MAY 87 |
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| Authors:
Paul P. Monteleone; ARMY ARMAMENT RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING CENTER DOVER NJ ARMAMENT ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE
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| This report centers about improved methods of manufacture of one family of detonators (i.e., the nonelectric variety) where functioning is initiated by impact. More specially, it is directed toward modernized production of the M55 detonator. The M55 detonator can be produced on various pieces of equipment; however, the most frequently used equipment is the Jones loader and the Iowa loader. These two pieces of equipment are each capable of producing ... |
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| A Compatibility Problem with the MK-148 Electric Delay Primer |
02 NOV 83 |
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| Authors:
Walter C. McCrone; T. G. Blake; MCCRONE RESEARCH INST CHICAGO IL
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| The MK-148 electric delay primer has a bridge-wire beaded with 2-4 mg of a mix containing approximately 90% normal lead styphnate (NLS) in a nitrocellulose binder cured by solvent evaporation. A ferrule or sleeve is potted (Scotchcast 8 epoxy resin) onto the bridge-wire plug. Additional epoxy resin is used to seal the bridge-wire ferrule to a stainless steel delay body containing, in sequence, an airgap, A-1A, delay mix, A-1A and ... |
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| Mercuric 5-Nitrotetrazole, a Possible Replacement for Lead Azide in Australian Ordnance. Part 1. An Assessment of Preparation Methods |
AUG 1983 |
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| Authors:
L. D. Redman; R. J. Spear; MATERIALS RESEARCH LABS ASCOT VALE (AUSTRALIA)
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| The preparation of mercuric 5-nitrotetrazole (MNT) via both Cuen2(NT) 2 and NaNT.2H2O has been investigated. The former route is superior as judged by reproducibility, handleability and yield of MNT, and safety of intermediates - one batch of NaNT.2H2O exploded spontaneously, casting doubts on the stability of this material. Sensitivity data together with limited data for stab sensitivity, initiation and detonation properties are given for each batch of MNT. MNT has ... |
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| 4,6-Dinitrobenzofuroxan, an Important Explosive Intermediate |
FEB 1983 |
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| Authors:
Robert J. Spear; William P. Norris; Roger W. Read; MATERIALS RESEARCH LABS ASCOT VALE (AUSTRALIA)
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| The preparation of 4,6-dinitrobenzofuroxan (DNBF) from either benzofuroxan or picryl chloride is described. Batches of up to 20 g have been obtained in suitable crystalline from via recrystallization from a number of solvents. DNBF exhibits impact and electrostatic sensitivity characteristic of a sensitive secondary, such as RDX, and should be handled accordingly. Ignition of small samples (< less than 200 mg) results only in deflagration; detonation can be achieved by ... |
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| A Miniature Ionization Probe Technique Using a Multilayer Circuit Board for the Study of Explosive Phenomena in Primary and Secondary Explosives |
MAY 1981 |
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| Authors:
Robert J. Spear; John R. Bentley; Michael G. Wolfson; MATERIALS RESEARCH LABS ASCOT VALE (AUSTRALIA)
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| A miniature ionization probe technique using a multilayer circuit board has been developed. Full experimental details including construction of the boards, explosive charge preparation and instrumentation are reported. Each copper layer in the circuit board functions as an ionization probe and optimum conditions were achieved with a probe density of 15 per cm, ie, probe separation about 0.75 mm. Explosive samples were studied in a geometry similar to that of ... |
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| Safety Analysis of X4 Multi-Tooled Iowa Detonator Loader. |
OCT 1980 |
99 pages |
| Authors:
J. H. Agosti; R. W. Courtney; R. G. Hunt; W. L. Easterling; HERCULES INC CUMBERLAND MD ALLEGANY BALLISTICS LAB
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| A safety analysis has been performed on the X4 multi-tooled Iowa detonator loader. The operations, equipment and personnel hazards were considered. The loader is a press loading and assembly machine, designed to load and assemble four detonators simultaneously using NOL-130, lead azide, and RDX explosives. Potential hazards were identified and recommendations were made for reducing the probability of fire or explosion and for reducing the severity of an incident should ... |
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| Dielectric Constant Measurements On Lead Azide Single Crystals. |
SEP 1980 |
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| Authors:
W. L. Garrett; P. J. Kemmey; ARMY ARMAMENT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMMAND DOVER NJ LARGE CALIBER WEAPON SYSTEMS LAB
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| The dielectric constants of lead azide in single crystal form were measured in the three crystallographic directions and found to be unusually large and highly anisotropic. The dielectric constants are fairly independent of temperature over the range of 100 K to 370 K and of frequency over the range of 100 to 1000 Hz. The dielectric constants of the azides of T1, Na, and K were also measured and compared ... |
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| A Rapid Chemical Analysis of the Ingredients of NOL-130 Primer Mix. |
DEC 1979 |
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| Authors:
Stanley Semel; ARMY ARMAMENT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMMAND DOVER NJ LARGE CALIBER WEAPON SYSTEMS LAB
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| A method has been developed for the rapid chemical analysis for the ingredients of NOL-130 primer mix, utilizing Differential pulse polarography. The sample is dissolved in a hydrochloric acid solution and is injected directly into an electrolyte solution and polarographed without any additional separation or handling. Lead styphnate, lead azide, tetracene, and antimony sulfide can be analyzed directly, barium nitrate is obtained by difference. The NOL-130 can be analyzed in ... |
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| Centrifuge Crater Scaling Experiment II. Material Strength Effects |
01 MAY 1979 |
177 pages |
| Authors:
R. M. Schmidt; K. A. Holsapple; BOEING AEROSPACE CO SEATTLE WA
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| Direct simulation of large-scale explosive events can be performed at subscale using the elevated gravity field of a centrifuge. This technique allows prediction of different soil-media effects in a well-controlled manner over many orders of magnitude in explosive energy. Cratering experiments were conducted in desert alluvium, dry Ottawa sand, saturated sand, and an oil-base clay. Both lead-azide and pentaerythritol-tetra-nitrate (PETN) explosives were used. These various experiments incorporated large differences in ... |
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| Lead: Preliminary Pollutant Limit Value for Lead Compounds in Soil. |
MAY 1979 |
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| Authors:
David R. Cogley; ABCOR INC WILMINGTON MA WALDEN DIV
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| A preliminary pollutant limit value (PPLV) of 42 mg-Pb/kg-soil has been calculated for lead compounds in soil. The solubilities of two compounds of interest to the Army, lead azide, and lead chromate, exceed the 1979 proposed water quality criterion for lead; these compounds could produce toxic effects in humans at soil concentrations which exceed the PPLV. (Author) |
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| Optical and Electronic Transport Properties of Luminescent Semiconductors, Amorphous Materials and Metastable Solids. |
26 FEB 1979 |
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| Authors:
Ferd Williams; Michael Martens; David Berry; DELAWARE UNIV NEWARK DEPT OF PHYSICS
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| Experimental and theoretical studies are included. The photoelectric threshold of lead azide and of amorphous ice and the electron affinity of lead azide were measured. Ammonium nitrate single crystals were grown and their polarized Raman spectra measured. The temperature dependences of zero-phonon pair spectra and their phonon replicas in gallium phosphide were measured. Line widths were explained by coupling with acoustical phonons and non-radiative de-excitation attributed to thermal ionizations of ... |
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| DUD Investigation of M69 Electric Detonator |
APR 1978 |
50 pages |
| Authors:
Joseph O. Juliano; ARMY ARMAMENT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER DOVER NJ LARGE CALIBER WEAPON SYSTEMS LAB
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| During an investigation on the 105Mm M456A1 HEAT Cartridge, it was found that the M509A1 Fuze containing the M48 Detonator was not Detonator Safe when initiated in the unarmed position. Since the M48 Detonator was found to be the primary source of the problem the smaller M69 Detonator was selected to replace it. Initial Laboratory and ballistic testing with the M69 Detonator resulted in an abnormally high dud rate. An ... |
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| Converging Wave Detonator. |
09 AUG 1977 |
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| Authors:
Wallace E. Voreck Jr.; Everett W. Dalrymple; DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY WASHINGTON D C
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| A detonator fuze train combination utilizes a thin centrally initiated disc shaped lead azide primer's detonation waves reflected from interior walls of a circumambient metal cup shaped housing member to peripherally detonate a secondary output charge. The output charge produces a detonation wave which converges radially inwardly to generate an enhanced jet output. The resultant jet output is capable of initiating a remotely positioned, RDX, high explosive acceptor. (Author) |
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| Structure Property Correlations in Primary Explosives |
04 FEB 1977 |
93 pages |
| Authors:
Craig M. Tarver; Thomas C. Goodale; Michael Cowperthwaite; Marion E. Hill; STANFORD RESEARCH INST MENLO PARK CA
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| The objective of this study was to identify the characteristics of primary explosives that account for their action as primaries by correlating their physical and chemical properties with their molecular structures. It was found that molecular structure could be correlated with properties within classes in a qualitative sense; however, quantitative data such as heats of formation and bond energies must still be developed before a firm scientific base can be ... |
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| Centrifugal Apparatus and Method for Processing Explosives. |
01 FEB 1977 |
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| Authors:
Robert W. Evans; DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY WASHINGTON D C
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| Primary explosives, e.g. lead azide, dispersed in a liquid medium, e.g. ethanol, are filtered, washed and dried in a novel centrifuge, wherein the rotatable extractor basket has an open bottom, which is closed by peripheral attachment to the large open end of an invertible funnel. The small open end of the funnel is attached to an axial shaft, which can be raised and lowered, whereby said small open end can ... |
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| Mechanical Properties of Energetic Materials. |
JAN 1977 |
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| Authors:
D. Tabor; J. E. Field; M. M. Chaudri; H. M. Hauser; R. G. Patel; CAMBRIDGE UNIV (ENGLAND) CAVENDISH LAB
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| This report discusses observations made which emphasize the importance of the mechanical properties of explosive samples in various initiation situations, and describes work on the drop-weight impact test, micro-particle initiation of explosives and stab-initiation. One of the main features of the drop-weight experiments was the use of high-speed photography to follow the many processes which take place before initiation. It was found that the sample may undergo plastic flow in ... |
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| Synthesis of Mercuric 5-Nitrotetrazole |
09 DEC 1976 |
20 pages |
| Authors:
William H. Gilligan; Mortimer J. Kamlet; NAVAL SURFACE WEAPONS CENTER WHITE OAK LAB SILVER SPRING MD
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| Initial tests indicate Mercury 5-Nitrotetrazole is a promising replacement for lead azide in detonators. During the course of preparation of this material for testing, several improvements in the original synthesis were made. A reliable good yield procedure for mercury 5-nitrotetrazole is now available. |
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| Structure/Property Correlations in Primary Explosives. |
15 JUN 1976 |
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| Authors:
Craig M. Tarver; Thomas C. Goodale; Michael Cowperthwaite; STANFORD RESEARCH INST MENLO PARK CALIF
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| The long range objective of the present combined experimental and theoretical program is to develop a relationship between chemical structure and primary explosive behavior as a research tool for assessing the potential of primary explosives. The ability to undergo a rapid deflagration-to-detonation transition (DDT) was the explosive behavior chosen to identify and rank primary explosives. DDT studies of two potential isomeric cast primaries, 1-methyl-5-nitrotetrazole (1-MNT) and 2-methyl-5-nitrotetrazole (2-MNT), were undertaken ... |
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| Contact and Surface Effects in the Electric Field Initiation of Explosives, |
1976 |
14 pages |
| Authors:
Thaddeus Gora; Jagadish Sharma; Donald A. Wiegand; Wayne L. Garrett; David S. Downs; PICATINNY ARSENAL DOVER N J FELTMAN RESEARCH LABS
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| A great deal of work has been done to characterize field initiation effects in explosives and to understand them on the basis of the fundamental electronic, decomposition and conductivity properties of the materials. It has been difficult to relate experiments using single crystals (easiest to reproduce and understand) to experiments on pressed pellets and powders. Results of recent studies, reported here, indicate that contact and surface effects are central to ... |
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| Development of the WOX-84A Flash Detonator. |
12 NOV 1975 |
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| Authors:
Howard S. Leopold; NAVAL SURFACE WEAPONS CENTER WHITE OAK LAB SILVER SPRING MD
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| A flash detonator, the WOX-84A, containing dextrinated lead azide and RDX has been developed as a replacement for the M35 detonator for use in the Mk 33 Arming Device. (Author) |
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| Structure/Property Correlations in Primary Explosives. |
MAY 1975 |
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| Authors:
Robert Shaw; STANFORD RESEARCH INST MENLO PARK CALIF
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| The basic difference between a primary and a secondary explosive is that a primary undergoes a faster transition from deflagration to detonation. The problem is to develop a model that will predict the time for detonation to deflagration transition (DDT) from chemical structure alone. A research program was proposed to solve the problem. The first step in the research is to measure the time for DDT for three cast primary ... |
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| Sodium Azide Gas Generator Propellants. |
27 JUN 1974 |
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| Authors:
Frank G. Crescenzo; DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON D C
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| The patent application relates to a method whereby the burning rate of sodium azide containing gas generator pellets can be controlled by varying the amounts of binder materials used, by using certain hereinafter specified additives, or by varying the particle size of the sodium azide used. By controlling the burning rate of the pellets, the amount of gas produced in a given time is controlled. |
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| Optical and ESR Studies of Iron Doped Lead Azide Powders. |
JUN 1974 |
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| Authors:
D. S. Downs; A. C. Forsyth; H. D. Fair Jr; PICATINNY ARSENAL DOVER N J
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| Optical reflectance and electron spin resonance spectra have been obtained for iron doped lead azide prepared by several different procedures. The results indicate that iron is incorporated in lead azide as either Fe(2+) or Fe(3+) depending upon the method of preparation. Based upon the electron spin resonance data, it is suggested that Fe(3+) ions in the lead azide lattice are in a highly perturbed environment and are probably closely associated ... |
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| Laboratory-Scale High-Explosive Cratering and Ejecta Phenomenology Studies. |
APR 1974 |
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| Authors:
A. J. Piekutowski; DAYTON UNIV OHIO RESEARCH INST
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| A Cratering Facility was designed and constructed for the purpose of performing laboratory-scale, high-explosive cratering experiments. Fifty-five events were conducted in which centrally initiated, spherical, lead-azide charges were detonated in dry Ottawa sand. Charge configurations for these events ranged from 5-charge-radii height of burst to 15-charge-radii depth of burst. The techniques required to maintain a well characterized 'standard' sandbed were developed and employed for two series of experiments. The 'standard' ... |
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| Pressure-Energy Coupling, Sound Speed, and Shock Initiation Experiments on Explosives Using Pulsed Electron Beams. |
MAR 1974 |
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| Authors:
V. Buck; J. Shea; Louis Avrami; PHYSICS INTERNATIONAL CO SAN LEANDRO CALIF
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| Pulsed electron beam experiments to measure the pressure-energy coupling coefficients and the sound speed were performed on pressed pellets of lead azide, KDNBF, and single crystal specimens of RDX, PETN, and lead azide. The experiments on the lead azide were unsuccessful. However, sound speed and thermomechanical response data were obtained on the pressed pellets of KDNBF and on the single crystal specimens of RDX and PETN that allow calculation of ... |
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| Determination of Cu(+2) and Ag(+) Content in Solid Solutions Based on Lead Azide by Stripping Analysis, |
19 NOV 1973 |
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| Authors:
V. P. Pichugina; S. M. Ryabykh; ARMY FOREIGN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER CHARLOTTESVILLE VA
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| A precise, simple and sensitive method of determination of Ag(+) and Cu(+2) concentrations in PbN6, by stripping analysis, is discussed. A considerable discrepancy was revealed, in the data presented, between amounts of additives in the initial nitrate solutions and amounts precipitated. |
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| Effect of Impurities on Excitation and Detonation Progression in Some Inorganic Priming Azides, |
20 SEP 1973 |
8 pages |
| Authors:
Yu. N. Sukhushin; yu. a. zakharov; ARMY FOREIGN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER CHARLOTTESVILLE VA
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| Shock sensitivity and detonation rate were studied in the following systems: lead azide-silver azide, in lead azide-rich corners of the system lead azide-copper azide(II), and in the silver azide-rich corners of the system silver azide-copper azide(II). |
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| Apparatus for Measuring the Electrical and Photo-Conductivity of Solids, |
06 SEP 1973 |
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| Authors:
G. T. Shechkov; yu. a. zakharov; ARMY FOREIGN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER CHARLOTTESVILLE VA
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| An apparatus for determining the electrical conductivity and photoconductivity of PbN6 and AgN3 was built and a circuit diagram is given, including a compensation method for measurement made in the microampere range. Resistivities and activation energies for conduction modes were determined. |
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| Technical Report for the Period 1 January 1963 to 30 June 1963 |
23 AUG 1963 |
69 pages |
| Authors:
EXPLOSIVES RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ESTABLISHMENT WALTHAM ABBEY (UNITED KINGDOM)
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| The four hydrazine perchlorates, viz. hydrazine perchlorate and its hemihydrate, and hydrazine diperchlorate and its dihydrate have been made in quantities of a few hundred grams from hydrazine and "Analar" grade sixty per cent perchloric acid. The monoperchlorate presents little difficulty; the extreme impact sensitiveness which has been reported (with F.I. worse than lead azide) has not been found even on material shown by the Karl Fischer test to be ... |
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| RANGE-ENERGY RELATIONS FOR PROTONS AND ALPHA PARTICLES IN VARIOUS EXPLOSIVES, |
MAY 1963 |
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| Authors:
Joseph Cerny; Maurice S. Kirshenbaum; Roger C. Nichols; PICATINNY ARSENAL DOVER N J FELTMAN RESEARCH LABS
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| Differential energy loss (Mev/mg/sq cm) and range (mg/sq cm) data were calculated for low and me dium energy protons and alpha particles in the following eight explosives: RDX (cyclotrimeth ylene trinitramine), HMX (cyclotetramethylene tetranitramine), TNT (2,4,6-trinitrotoluene), PETN (pentaerythritol tetranitrate), tetryl (2,4,6-trinitrophenyl methyl nitramine), lead styphnate, mercury fulminate, and lead azide. The well-known Bethe theory was followed in establishing the proton ranges. Experimental proton differential energy loss data and theoret ical ... |
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| THEORETICAL STUDIES RELATING TO THE STRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES OF LEAD AZIDES BEFORE AND AFTER ENERGY INERACTIONS |
09 NOV 1960 |
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| Authors:
PHYSICS ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY CORP BOULDER CO
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| Contents: Model for initiation-The single-point model of initiation; The method of moments; The saddle point method; Improved solution; The expanding single point model; Probability of initiation; and Numerical calculations; A Molecular Theory of Explosion-Probability of reaction as a Function of intermolecular distance; Einstein approximation; and Explosive temperature, steady state and adiabatic experiments; Preliminary calculations relating to explosion induced by a falling body Calculation of the force due to shock wave; ... |
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| The Manufacture of Silver Azide R.D. 1336 |
FEB 1950 |
24 pages |
| Authors:
G. W. Taylor; EXPLOSIVES RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ESTABLISHMENT WALTHAM ABBEY (UNITED KINGDOM)
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| A previous report E.R.D.E. No. 17/R/49 "Silver Azide as a replacement for lead azide in detonators" described experiments carried out on the preparation and properties of this substance and discussed its possible development as an initiator for Service detonators. The results justified the recommendations for further trials on performance and stability and also for the continued development of the method of preparation. As a result of these further investigations it ... |
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| Initiating Explosives, Lead Azide, Lead Styphnate and Tetracene. |
OCT 1945 |
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| Authors:
C. H. Brooks; G. H. Neff; C. W. Reuss; T. L. Miller; W. E. Lawson; NAVAL TECHNICAL MISSION IN EUROPE
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